1967 Daimler 2.5 Litre V8 MOD
in Highlights
- Extremely rare 2.5 Litre V8 model with manual transmission with overdrive
- Sixth-to-last 2.5 Litre V8 with wide bumpers
- One of only 622 left-hand drive examples of this model
- Only three owners from new
- Exceptional original bodywork in Anthracite Grey colour
- Engine rebuilt at a cost of 8,000 euros with break-in still to come
The Attractions
Jaguar's acquisition of Daimler had two main objectives: to obtain more production space and to use the company's excellent 2.5-litre 'Turner' V8 engine.
William Lyons immediately fitted this powerful and elastic engine into the Mk2's body to create the Daimler 2.5-litre V8. Presented as a more exclusive and relaxed alternative to the Jaguar version, the new car was only available with an automatic gearbox until February 1967. In the final months of production of the 2.5 Litre V8 first series, buyers could also request a manual gearbox with DeNormanville overdrive.
Only 65 left-hand drive models of the 2.5 Litre V8 were built in 1967. Since the manual option was rarely chosen, this makes this car particularly special. The fact that it is the sixth since the last 2.5 Litre V8 was built further increases its appeal. It is a car in extremely original condition, with three owners and an attractive Anthracite Grey metallic body colour that is particularly well maintained. It has also benefited from an engine rebuild costing 8,000 euros, completed in 2021 and still in the run-in phase.
There are many reasons to desire this special car, in addition to its undoubtedly being one of the most coveted classic saloons of the last 60 years.
History and Documentation
- First registered in Rome, Italy, on 11 June 1967
- Remained in Italy for its entire life
- Three owners registered from new
- Original black number plates
- Copy of original owner's manual
- Typewritten specifications and equipment and list of most recent maintenance work included in photographs
- Old invoices totalling 8,000 euro from July 2021 showing work carried out on the engine
- Recent maintenance and carburettor tuning
- This is a 2.5 Litre V8 with wide bumpers, not the later 250 V8 with thin bumpers
- Chassis prefix '1A' confirms what the photographs show, that this is a Daimler V8 with wide bumpers
- Chassis suffix 'DN' confirms that this is a factory-built manual transmission car with overdrive
- Chassis number records confirm that it is the sixth-to-last 2.5-litre V8 with left-hand drive built
- In 1967, the last year of production, only 65 left-hand-drive models were built
- The manual transmission option with overdrive was introduced in February 1967 and chosen by very few customers
Condition
- Original factory paintwork Anthracite Grey, largely original according to reports
- Very well maintained paintwork with few signs of use
- Excellent bodywork with good panel alignment and no visible corrosion
- Underbody in similar condition with no problems to report
- Standard painted steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and matching spare wheel
- Classic specification Michelin tyres in good condition and with good tread
- Original chrome trim presents well and shows only a slight dullness
- Well maintained interior with light grey leather upholstery with a striking patina
- Very original interior, including Daimler pedals
- Wood panelling on doors and dashboard in good condition
- Carpets well maintained, but could benefit from a light cleaning in the area under the dashboard
- Luggage compartment with matching finish and without defects
- Jack in the boot
- Headlining is well maintained with no obvious sagging or visible defects
The calling card of this car is its extraordinary originality. The attractive Grigio Antracite metallic paint - surely one of the most beautiful finishes on these cars - is in excellent condition and we are told it is mostly original. The bodywork is equally well maintained, with good panel alignment, a problematic aspect to be aware of on these cars. The exterior chrome is original and shows its age in a not unpleasant way.
Inside, the grey leather interior is original and has been well maintained by the car's three owners. There are slight cracks and fading on the underside of the seats, but in a car like this this is a pleasant feature to see. The beautiful interior trim, including the extensive wood inlays, is equally well presented.
The Mechanics
- 2,548 cc Daimler V8 'Turner' engine producing around 140 bhp
- Optional manual gearbox with very rare overdrive
- Fuel flow cut-off switch
- Engine rebuild in 2021 documented with photographs
- Very limited use means the car still requires careful running-in
- No mechanical or other problems reported
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1967
- Make Daimler
- Model 250 V8
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 77,900 Kilometres
- Engine size 2548
Listing Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Nervesa Della Battag…
- Location International
- Country Italy
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